Top Ways to Ensure You and Your Braces Have a Good Relationship

You and your braces will become good friends over the coming months or years, so it’s important to get your relationship off to a good start. Consider the following recommendations to prevent rocky times ahead:

Floss, floss, floss. Yes, it’s a pain to floss around your braces, but it's the best way to prevent gum disease and other oral health problems. Ask Dr. Harmon and our staff for floss threaders to make the chore easier. Just a few minutes per day will ensure that you don’t face significant dental health issues when the braces come off.

Avoid sticky or hard foods. It’s tough to forgo toffee, caramel, gum, and other favorite sticky treats, but your braces will thank you. Sticky or hard foods can break a bracket or wire, so it’s best to avoid them altogether.

Chew with your back teeth. If you’re used to taking large bites with your front teeth, it might be time to switch your eating habits. Taking a large bite of food with your front teeth can leave your braces vulnerable to damage. Instead, cut large foods into pieces and use your back teeth to chew. This is especially important with corn on the cob, which should always be cut from the cob.

Wear rubber bands and headgear. Rubber bands, headgear, and other orthodontic appliances may seem annoying, but failing to comply with wearing them can increase the length of your treatment by months. Wear them now to avoid problems in the future.

Patient Testimonials

“Doctor Harmon worked wonders on my husband's teeth. I had no idea how much of a difference he could make. Now I can't believe I am looking at the same set of teeth! He is a wonderful doctor with a great staff. Very happy we were referred to him and would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to set their smile straight through braces.”

“I am very pleased with my smile after my treatment! Dr. Harmon and his staff are amazing! I would definitely recommend them for any orthodontic work. Thank you guys!”

“Awesome Ortho!! Over the last 5 years, both of my boys (and soon to be my daughter) have had braces with Dr. Harmon. Staff is so nice and accommodating with my crazy schedule and Dr. Harmon is honestly such a great guy who makes sure his smiles are perfect! I highly recommend him!”

“Dr. Harmon's office has one of the friendliest and funniest staffs in the biz. You are greeted warmly and they have a great atmosphere from the time you walk in with lots to read and inspirational music in the waiting area! The entire team is always very upbeat. Dr. Harmon and all of his team communicate with you through the entire process from day one to year three so you know what's going on at all times. His orthodontist team has a special gift.”

“Over the last 20 years our family has used 3 Sugar Land area orthodontists. Two of my children are currently being treated by Dr. Harmon. This has been the most convenient location, best price, friendliest staff and easiest office to coordinate appointments.”